Kingdom of TONGA

The Kingdom of Tonga is an archipelago of 172 islands in the central South West Pacific, south of Samoa, 3580 kms north east of Australia and 650 kms east of Fiji. 

The archipelago is also known as The Friendly Islands so narned by Captain Cook when he was welcomed by Chief Finau 'Ulukalala on his first visit to the island.

It is the only surviving monarchy in the South Pacific and the only island nation in the Pacific that was never directly colonised.

AREA

748 sq kms.

GEOGRAPHY

Tonga consists of three main groups of 172 islands of which only islands are permanently inhabited. The population is mainly Polynesian. More than one half reside on the main island Tongatapu, where the capital Nukutalofa is situated.

The climate is mild with temperatures generally around 16-21 degrees Celsius. The scenic beauty and non-polluted environment make Tonga an attraction for tourists. However, the country lacks the natural resources for developing mainstream industrial and commercial trading opportunities.

POPULATION

97,000 [1996] with 20,000 - 30,000 living overseas. The ethnic composition of Tonga is 95.5% Tongan.

CAPITAL

Nuku'alofa [population 64,000].

LANGUAGE

The Tongan language is part of the Malay-Polynesian language group. Until the early 19th century, Tongan was an oral language when the English alphabet was then adapted. Invariably, the early links between Tonga and Great Britain led to Tonga establishing a bi-lingual position making English as the second language. Other languages are now part of a wider educational curriculum.

POLITICS

Politically, Tonga is a constitutional monarchy based on the Westminster model of government. The ruling monarchal genealogy goes back to the first divine ruler of the kingdom 'Ahoeitu in the 10th century BC.

The King is the Head of State with power to have the final say in the decision making process. The King appoints government ministers and governors. Parliament is the legislative body but the Privy Council and system has the democratic model in operation (High Court, Supreme Court and Local Court) with the appeal mechanism in place.

Tonga is considered a politically stable island nation of the South West Pacific region. On the political front, a democratic ideology, which in establishment of a pro-democracy movement whose objective is to ruling power in the country.

CULTURE

At the apex of its development, Tongan society became the cultural centre of western Polynesia. The extent of Tonga's influence in Oceania has now become the subject of scholarly research. The country has developed an most elaborate political infrastructure and socially stratified societies in the region.

Development in performing arts particularly in poetry, music and dance reached a high level with distinctive characteristics that point to the weaving, carving and weapon-making were also developed.

As with other Polynesian societies, the Tongans were known seafarers with skills in star navigation. Architecture, agriculture and herbal medicine formed the core of Tonga's ethnoscience traditions. Physical competitive sports such as wrestling, javelin throwing, diving and running were common leisure activities in ancient Tongan society.

Although the population is homogenous, contact with other cultures have had an impact on all aspects of life in Tonga Tongan culture has adapted to the changes demanded by a more sophisticated world environment. However, Tongans are generally traditional in their view of culture & tradition.

Racial abuse and discrimination are new experiences for the Tongans who leave Tonga for countries with more multicultural societies such as Australia With no experience of the brutal reality of racism, their reaction to such discriminatory affitudes are spontaneous, unpredictable, and often lead to physical violence. Although Tongans generally have a teasing sense of humour, they are emotionally sensitive and rely on the tonal effect of any verbal encounter and other non-verbal cues to figure out the context and other party's intention.

The social kinship system is based on the extended family unit supplemented by a communal way of life as the most influential social mode in operation in Tongan society.

EDUCATION

The first formal school, Tupou College, was established in 1864 by Methodist church missionary with the full support of King George Tupou I. His Majesty's experience of the new civilisation convinced him that the best way to guarantee the survival of Tonga as a nation was to educate his people in the new ways of the foreigners. The political and legislative framework was thus put in place making way for other schools and a strict national policy of compulsory education for every child of 5 to 15 years of age.

Today Tonga has achieved a high literacy level (98%) and a secondary school system that is on a par with or adaptable by a short bridging course, to that of other developing countries in the region like Australia and New Zealand.

The Churches account for 70% of the total school population while government and private institutions account for the rest. The main examinations are the School Certificate at Form IV which is prerequisite to the University Entrance at Form VI. Recent developments in the curriculum have merged the pactfic island nations to a regionalise approach to education.

In recent co-operation with other countries of the region, the government introduced the Pacific Certificate as a regional secondary level certified examination. However, despite the government drive for a national curriculum, the main providers of education such as Churches and private institutions are not obliged to adopt it. 'Atenisi High School, a division of 'Atenisi Institute has adopted the NSW curriculum & syllabus since its establishment in 1966.

At tertiary and technical level, Tonga has 'Atenisi University, a private institution founded in 1970 as a division of Atenisi Institute. The Ministry of Defence in a joint project with the Department of Education administers the Polytech Institute specialising in technical courses. In addition to the Polytech, the Catholic school system has established a technical school. The University of South Pacific (USP) continuing education program through its continuing education or extension centres in Tonga also offers degree level and professional courses.

RELIGION

There is no official state religion in Tonga. Religious affiliation is predominantly Christian (90%), namely Protestant 61%; Catholic 16%; Mormon 12%; others 10%. The conversion of King George Tupou I, the political architect of modern Tonga, has had the greatest influence on the religious life of the country. His devotion to Christianity was encapsulated in his famous declaration, "God and Tonga are my heritage."; since then, Christian ethics has played a dominant role in the Tongan way of life.

The constitution declared the Sabbath Day holy. The sanctity of the Sabbath day is strictly observed in the Kingdom, where the law restricts activities that can be carried out on day. Commercial businesses are not allowed to operate on Sunday except for essential trading. Leisure activities such as sports, swimming and even gardening are still prohibited. However, certain aspects of the law have either been amended or revised to accommodate developments in certain key industries such as tourism and trade.

ECONOMIC BASE

manufacturing

 Major Resources: agriculture and fisheries, trade, mining and

 Exports: coconuts; bananas; vanilla; pumpkins; fishing.

 Imports: food; live animals; machinery; equipment.

 Natural Resources: island scenic sites; unpolluted clear seas and coral reefs; good deep sea commercial fishing grounds; mild climate all year round and a fertile soil.

LIFE EXPECTANCY

Male: 61 years Female 65 years

MONETARY UNIT

1 pa'anga [Tongan dollar] T$1.00 = 100 seniti (cents)

TONGAN SERVICE PROVIDERS

The Tongan community in NSW is an emerging growing community many of whom come to Australia via New Zealand. The first wave of Tongans came in the early eighties as immigrants. Many lack fluency in English and experience social isolation, which is partially addressed by a close connection with church involvement and church related activities.

A growing number of Tongans in the Blacktown, Mt Druitt and Penrith school districts choose to settle in the Doonside, Plumpton, Mt Druitt and St Marys area

The following is a list of Tongan-specific and mainstream services providers, ranging from ethnic associations, study centres, education, the media, health, housing and welfare-related providers who can l ssist schools with information and contacts on the Tongan community.

This directory is not exhaustive nor comprehensive. It aims primarily to give teachers, parents and students a frst point of contact. Any additional information regarding omissions, corrections or deletions is welcomed.

ASSOCIATIONS

Tongan Association (NSW) Inc 9 Boyle St, Croydon Park NSW 2133
PO Box 1289 Burwood NSW 2134
Phone 9 799 4518 [H]

Mr Inoke Fotu Huakau [President]

The umbrella body for the Tongan community in NSW. The main objectives are to co-ordinate activities and to promote unity and co-operation among different groups in the community. The Association acts as the main link between government departments and the community and has the following sub-comminees: 

Education Committee: Co-ordinates education-related programs such as the tutorial centres [Glebe Study Centre at Glebe High] ~ Croydon Park Study Centre at Croydon Park PS] and the Parents Committees for the Inner City (Glebe), Inner West (Croydon Park) and Western Sydney (Blacktown). 

Welfare Committee: Co-ordinates activities related to the well-being of the community focus on health, housing, settlement and welfare.

Sports Council: Co-ordinates sport activities and the promotion of sports in the community. The committee is responsible for the Felenite Rugby Team which has players from all over Australia who participate in the annual five- nation tournament for the selection of the Tonga National Rugby Team Ikale Tah' (Sea Eagle).

Tradition & Cultural Committee Matapule dc Punake sub-committees co-ordinate traditional cultural groups and activities, and play a consultative role in matters of cultural importance with outside organisations.

Tongan Association Sports Council
PO Box 1289, Burvvood NSW 2134
Phone 9 798 5126 

Mr Penisirnani Tapueluelu [Chairperson] Mr Sinosi Kupu [Secretary] Mr Taniela Piukala [Treasurer] Co-ordinates and manages sporting activities for the Tongan Community in NSW. The Council manages the Felenite Rugby Union Team

Tongan Community of Newcastle Assoc
57 Decora Cres, Warabrook NSW 2304

Phone (049) 67 3960

Mr Nova Lolohea [President] 

Co-ordinates activities for cultural awareness and educational services to the Tongan community and acts as a link between government departments and the community. The Association runs a weekly Tongan radio program on Fridays on Radio 2NUR 103.7 FM from 7pm-8pm.

Tongan Association (ACT)

5 Kaga P1, Ntunnawal ACI 2913

Mr Sikahema 'Aholelei [President (02) 624 2 5545] Ms Lavinia Naufahu [Secretary (02) 625 8 0101] The umbrella body for the Tongan community of ACT. The Association supervises the SBS program of news and information in the Tongan language.

Tongan Community Advisory Council [Manly-Warringah]

Phone 9 905 3628

Ms Suli Oldfield

Offers advisory and support services to the Tongan community in the northern areas of Sydney.

MAINSTREAM SERVICE PROVIDERS

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Blacktown District Office

Lucas & Morris St, Seven Hills NSW 2147

Phone 9 624 9180 Fax 9 624 9159

Mr Inoke F Hu'akau [Community Information Officer]

Provides information and support to schools in improving access and participation of all NESB parents in

education.

Liverpool District Office

Bigge St, Liverpool NSW 2170

Phone 9 829 1300 Fax 9 829 2369

Mrs Seini Afeah [Community Information Officer]

Provides information and support to school staff improving access and participation education of all NESB parents

Sydney Institute of Technology - Ultimo Campus Mary Ann Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 Phone 9 217 3316 Fax 9 217 4050 Ms Daphne Leveni [Co-ordinator] Co- ordinates refunds, exemption of fees, SIT recognition of prior learning ~ statistical collection. She is also the Harassment Officer and Grievance Adviser for TAFE. Daphne sits on the Blacktown City Council Community Services Advisory Committee - Phone 9 671 6024

SCHOOLS

Granville Boys High School

Mary Street, Granville NSW 2142

Phone 9 637 0489 Fax 9 897 2421

Mr Don Hones [Teacher]

Mr Don Hones has extensive experience in helping Pacific Islander students in their studies and their choice of a career pathways. He speaks Tongan fluently.

McKillop Girls High School

39 Croydon St, Lakemba NSW 2195

Phone 9 759 0103

Mrs Falepaini Prescott [Teacher]

Falepaini Prescott is an experienced Tongan teacher and can be contacted to offer advice on educational issues, such as the social science syllabus, the currriculum and in area of study skills for Tongan students.

ASSOCIATIONS

Promoting Education & Training Pacific Islands Assoc (PETTA)
Level 3, 6-8 Holden St, Ashfield NSW 2131
Phone 9 798 4777 Fax 9 798 4408
MrTuitavuki [President] Provides educational services tutorials and youth programs for Pacific Islander students.

Tongan Association Education Committee

City Area Study Centre Inner West Study Centre

Glebe High, Tailor St, Glebe Croydon Park Primary,George River Rd,Crdn Park

Ms June O'Keefe Ph 9 660 5688 Ms Fe'ao Fetu'ufaka Ph 9 7443694

Ms Ana Havea Ph 9 552 3874

In co-operation with two government schools, namely Glebe High School and Croydon Park Primary, the Education Branch of the Tongan Association NSW recruits volunteer tutors for the centres. In 1997, Mike Horsley, the co-ordinator for the Postgraduate Teaching Program of the University of Sydney offered to assist the study centres by providing tutors to their program as part of the student teacher training.

Coordinator Inoke Fotu Hu'akau.

Tongan Association Parents Committee
PO Box 1289 Burwood NSW 2134
Phone 9 744 3694
Mr Siale Fetu'ufaka [Chairperson] Ms Siunipa Fifita [Secretary] Ms Fe' ao Fetu'ufaka [Treasurer] In partnership with the education sub-committee of the Tongan Association, the Tongan Association Parents Committee manages the Association Study Centre and organises fund-raising activities for the Centre.

Tongan Community Support Group

18 Bruce St, Stanmore NSW 2048

Phone 9 568 2998 (H)

Mr Don Hones [Co-ordinator]

Runs a support network and advisory service for Tongan students in Granvi11e and other areas of Sydney.

EX-STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS

Atenisi Alumni Association (Aust)

PO Box 1289, Burwood NSW 2134

Mr Tavake Lino

Mr 'Inoke Fotu Hu'akau

MrAlipate Penisini

Queen alote Ex-Students Assoc Ms Soana Faupula (President) Ms Ana Sinclair (Secretary) Phone Co- ordinate activities for former students of the Queen Salote.

Tonga High School ex-Student Committee Mr Osai Faiva [President] Ms Pua Foliaki Lemoto Phone 9 519 9700 MsLosaline Veikoso Phone 9 831 3189 Organises activities for former students of Tonga High School.

Phone ~c Fax 9 799 4518 Phone 9 622 4029

Tupou High School .

17 Queen St, Ashfield 2131 NSW

Mr Siaosi Rupu

Phone 9 798 5126

As the first Free Wesleyan Church high school in Tonga, the ex-student group conducts fund-raising activities for the school in Tonga.

Tupou College

Mr Mohetau Hau

Phone 9 662 6124

As the first Free Wesleyan Church high school in Tonga, the ex-student group conducts fund-raising

activities for the college in Tonga.

LANGUAGE

Gardeners Road Primary School

Gardeners Rd, Rosebery NSW 2018
Phone 9 667 2193 Fax 9 667 1354
Ms Veiongo Mafi Provides a Tongan language class.

Tempe Primary School

Unwins Bridge Rd, Tempe NSW 2044

Phone 9 558 3780 Fax 9 559 5770

Ms Veiongo Mafi

A primary school which provides a Tongan language class as part of its LOTE program.

Tongan Community of Newcastle Assoc 57 Decora Cres, Warabrook NSW 2304 Phone (049) 67 3960 Mr Nova Lolohea [President] A Tongan Saturday Language School that can assists students in maintaining and further developing their communicative competency in the Tongan language. Tongan languages classes are held at the Newcastle Education Resource Centre on Fridays from 4~pm.

HEALTH

Blacktown City Mental Health Service
Embark Building, Blacktown Hospital, Blacktown 2148
Ms Montana Luani Pacific Islands Worker] Phone 9 830 8888 Fax 9 830 8899 Promotes mental health, the early intervention with adolescents, takes and makes referrals, conducts psychiatric assessments, case management and advice on health issues for Pacific Islands communities in Western Sydney.

Daonside Primary Health Care Centre
30 Birdwood Ave. Doonside NSW 2767
Phone 9 831 3189 Fax 9 831 3683
Ms Losaline Veikoso [Health Project Worker - Pacific Islands] Tonga-born Losaline Veikoso is the Health Project Worker for the Pacific Islander communities of the Western Sydney. Provides consultation on health-related needs of the community and liaises with the government departments regarding these needs. Promotes public health programs in the region. Coordinates the domestic violence campaign in the Tongan and Pacific Islander communities.

Health Promotion Unit - Liverpool District Hugh
Yardine Building, Eastern Campus, LMB 17, Liverpool NSW 2107
Ms Vasi Lomoto [Health Project Worker] Phone 9 828 6030 Promotion of health related programs targeting particular communities.

Dr Ofomeivaha Niumeitolu (General Physician)

58 John St, Lidcombe NSW 2141

Phone 9 649 7201

Dr Niumeitolu is bi-lingual and knowledgable on health issues affecting Pacifc Islanders, such as diabetes,

hypertension and heart disease.

HOUSING

Dawnbreaker Housing Co-op

PO Box 1289, Burwood NSW 2133

Ms Sapate P Anga'aelangi

Phone 9 799 4518 Fax 9 799 4518

Assists large families from the Pacific Islands in their accommodation needs through the Co-oPerative

Community Housing Scheme. Membership is open to all Pacific Islanders.

Tongan Housing Project Assoc Inc PO Box 231, Doonside NSW 2767 Phone 9 622 0706 Fax 9 831 5625 Mrs AnaCrossan [Secretary] Provides information and support to Tongans regarding housing and accommodation-related issues.

IMMIGRATION

Canterbury & Bankstown Migrant Resource Centre 139 Beamish Street, Campsie NSW 2194 Ms Makitalena (Maggie} Moa [Assistant Adnunistration Officer] Phone 9 789 3744 Fax 9 718 0236 Makitalena is the assistant administrative off~cer at the Migrant Resource Centre, a voluntary migration agent and has extensive experience in community and social welfare.

May-Murray Neighbourhood Centre

314- 316 Marrickville Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204

Mr Osai Faiva [CSS worker]

Phone 9 564 6666 Fax 9 564 5804

Mr Osai Faiva, a community settlement services worker for a number of years, is a voluntary migration

agent familiar with immigration law and immigration tribunal procedures.

LEGAL SERVICES

Kelemani Taufateau
Suite 28, 2nd Floor, Rella House 15A Belmore Rd, Burwood NSW 2134
Phone 9 744 1166 Fax 9 744 0738 Case interviews can be conducted in Tongan.

Semisi Lemoto & Jeffrey Elia [
Suite 9, Level 10] 250 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000
Phone 9 264 5966 Fax 9 264 5683 Specialises in work compensation. Case interviews can be conducted in both Tongan and Samoan.

WELFARE

Canterbury/Bankstown MRC
139 Beamish St, Campsie NSW 2194
Phone 9 789 3744 Fax 9 718 0236
Ms Makitalena (Maggie} Moa [Assistant Co-ordinator] Mr Simana Karni [Tongan CSS WQrker -Pacific Island Council] Initiates community development propcts' runs groups ~ welcomes requests by schools to assist in communiq education Simana Kami can also be contacted at the Liverpool MRC on 9 601 3788.

Friendly Island Women's Group
67 Aurora Drive, Tregear NW 2770
Phone 9 628 6631 Ms Susana Kaefi [Chairperson] Ms Sela 'Aloua [Secretary] Group meets to makes traditional tape using Australia material.

Inner-West Migration Resource Centre
Level 3, 6-8 Holden Street, Ashfield NSW 2132
Phone & Fax 9 798 4777 Ms Losena Taurnoepeau (Assistant Co-ordinator) Initiates and co-ordinates community based projects in the MRC service area. Liaises with communities government and non-government organisations about social programs and services available targeting specific groups in the community.

May Murray Neighbourhood Centre
314- 316 Marrickville Rd, Mamckville
NSW 2204 Phone 9 564 6666 Fax 9 564 5804 Mr Osai Faiva [CSS Worker] Tongan community settlement services worker Providing information, advice, referral and limited casework to all new arrival migrant groups.

Tongan Women Cultural Development Group

71 Hyatts St, Plumpton NSW 2763

Phone 9832 0976

Ms Virginia Kami Birch [Co-ordinator]

Group meets at Mt Druitt Ethnic Communitie Agency to socialise and make traditional Tongan quilts and

other traditional crafts.

MEDIA

Tongan Association Media Committee PO Box 1289, Burwood NSW 2134 Phone 9 564 6666 Mr'OsaiFaiva [Chairperson]

MsLosenaTaufateau [Secretary]

Mr Taniela Piukala [Treasurer]

Provides information and co-ordinates community information media releases from government departments. Publishes a newsletter and runs the Association's FM 2000 radio program "Fangufangu 'o Felenite" on 98.5 khz.

NEWSPRINT

Kalonikali

PO Box 197 Nuku' alofa, Tonga

Phone 0011 676 23 302

MrLisiate Prescott [Distributor in Australia]

A weekly bi-lingual newspaper published by the Tongan government. It covers official government

information and local and international news.

Fetu'u Tonga

PO Box 316, Ryde NSW 2112

MrLisiateAkau [Editor]

Phone 9 809 3339
Fax 9 393 9221

A monthly newspaper published in Sydney with both local and overseas news on Tongan communities.

Matangi Tonga

c/- 634 King St, Newtown NSW 2042

Phone 9 519 9700

Mr Tonga Lemoto [Distributor]

A bi-monthly magazine in English with news and information on Tonga. Major issues of local and

international concern are also covered in interviews of prominent and influential individuals in the region.

Taimi Tonga

PO Box 880 Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Mr Kalafi Moala [Editor based in NZJ

Mr Filokalafi Akau'ola [Editor based in Tonga]

Phone 00 11 676 23177

A weekly newspaper with news and information on Tonga, Tongan communities in New Zealand and

Australia, and current affairs.

Tongan Herald

634 King St, Newtown NSW 2042

PO Box 166 Homebush West NSW 2140.

MrFetu'u Tupou [Editor]

Phone 9 747 5768

A local fortnightly newspaper covering local and international news for the Tongan community.

RADIO

MCRA Ltd 2000-FM

36 Cooper St, Strathfield NSW 2135 [Studio]

Phone 9 746 3322

"Fangufangu o Felenite" Radio Program

Mr Osai Faiva [Convertor]

Mr Siaosi Kupu & Osai Faiva [Broadcasters!

Tongan Association Inc. Media Committee

PO Box 1289 Burwood NSW 2134

The Tongan language program can be heard on Fridays from 4pm-6pm on 98.5 FM to all areas of Sydney.

2NUR-FM (Newcastle)

University of Newcastle, Callaghan NSW 2038

Phone (049) 21 5555

Mrs Tima 'Oto [Broadcaster]

A Tongan radio program can be heard on FM Radio 103.7 Mhz every Friday from 6pm-6.30pm

Radio Northern Beaches

Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen NSW 2101

Phone 9 913 8986 Fax

A Tongan radio program can be heard on 2MWM FM Radio 92.1 / 93.7 kHi on:

Wednesdays 8pm- 9pm [Contact: Ms Sela Smith]

Thursday 7pm- 8pm [Contact: Ms Uheina Tuifea]

Sundays 5.10pm- 6.10pm [Contact: Ms Analani Williams]

2RSR (Radio Skid Row)

Hut 23, 142 Addison Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204

Phone 9 564 6666 Fax 9 564 5804

Mr Osai Faiva

A community welfare program can be heard on 88.9FM on Mondays from 9am-1 lam.

2RSR (Radio Skid Row)

'Vai 'o e Moui' PO Box 283, Yagoona 2199
Mr Vaha Tu'ifaa Phone 9 707 4500
Mr Kelepi Veikoso Phone 9 645 6682
An additional Christian- radio broadcast in Tongan on Saturdays from 24pm.

SBS Radio 1 Sydney

14 Herbert St, Artarmon NSW 2064

Phone 9 430 2828 Fax 9 438 1114

MrLisiate Prescott

A national Tongan radio program can be heard on AM Radio 1107 kHz on Mondays from 4pm-Spin and on Saturdays 2pm-3pm.

WOW FM 88.3

6 Collins St, St Marys NSW 2760

Ms Losaline Veikoso & Mr Siaosi Finau [Broadcasters]

Phone 9 831 8189 Fax 9 831 8683

Broadcasts on Mondays 7pm-9pm providing information on health, welfare and Christian teachings

covering the Penrith ~ Blacktown LGAs.

1620-AM (Carringbah) 'Fanongo Lelei' Radio Program MsLoloheaMoala [Broadcaster] Phone 9 748 2408 A Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga daily radio program, covering local and overseas community news from Tonga and Tongan communities abroad. 12noon - lpm Monday to Thursday, llam - 12 noon Friday.

CHURCHES

Assembly of God
48 Henry St, Punchbowl NSW 2196
Phone 9796 3284
SioneLolohea [Pastor]
Provide leadership, training and spiritual guidance to Pacific Islanders.
Place of worship: Wiley Park Girls High school.

Falemaama Ministry
53 Francis St, Lidcombe 2141
Mr Sione Veikoso [Pastor]
Place of worship - Presbyeterian Church, Queen Street, Auburn.

Catholic

Tongan Catholic Council
Ms Lita Foliaki [President]
Mr Kipisoni Kiteau [Administrator]
Phone 9 764 2027
Phone 9 749 2250

Church of Tonga
Australia Head Of fice
1 Heine Ave, Emerton NSW 2770
Phone 9 832 7057
Rev Mosa'ah Siola'a [Minister]
The regional congregation covers Burwood, Parramatta, Blacktown, Mount Druitt and Fairfield.

Free Church of Tonga
Head Office
14 Mons St, Canterbury NSW 2193
Phone 9 718 5517

Free Church of Tonga
217 Old Maitland Rd, Hexham NSW 2322
Phone (049) 64 8819
Rev Paula Talakai [Minister] Tongan language church service on weekdays and Sundays.

Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga (Australia) Of fice: Pulela'a Centre, Glendenning NSW 2761 Rev Olioni Kupu [Head Minister] The congregation in doctrine is fonnally affiliated to the Methodist but it is independent of the Uniting Church infrastructure in Australia Most of the members are from the Free Wesleyan in Tonga.

Mormon [Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints]

Pacific Area Administrative Centre

756 Pennant Hills Rd, Carlingford NSW 2118

For additional information, contact one of the following Tongan ward Dersons:

Harbord ward

Carnpbelltown 2nd ward

Eastlakes ward

Fairfield 3rd ward

Glendenning ward

Liverpool 3rd ward

Seventh-Day Adventist

7 Kingsway, Dee Why NSW 2099
Phone 9 71 8779
Baines, Ross W [Pastor]

contact: Sioape Nutu Ph 9 453 0512

contact: Joseph Matahau Ph 9 820 3202

contact: HeamasiLokotoi Ph 9 662 6913

contact: Napa'a Tomasi Ph 9 723 2071

contact: Haisini Masima Ph 9 829 5151

contact: Maika Latu Hafoka Ph 9 628 1203